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Looking at the Christmas story itself contains the answer to these questions. Jesus has in fact brought peace on earth to all who will receive it. This peace is the result of Jesus' victory over sin on our behalf, for sin is the root cause of all conflict and turmoil. Experiencing salvation through Jesus brings us inner peace now, peace to others through us and will one day translate to complete peace when Christ's perfect rule is made complete. Up until that time peace is available to all on whom "God's favour rests", just as the angels declared. God's offer of grace (His unmerited favour) is available to all who will receive Jesus as Saviour and Lord. The message of Christmas truly is a message of Peace on Earth, but sadly not everyone will receive the message and be blessed by it. Will you receive the message of Christmas this year?
